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Bright & Beautiful Near-Beach Pet Friendly Home!

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Outdoor pool, a heated pool
Beach nearby, sun loungers, beach towels
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Property grounds
Property grounds

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Washer
  • Pool

About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Bright & Beautiful Near-Beach Pet Friendly Home!

OCT 2024 HURRICANE MILTON UPDATE - - Thankfully no damage and the property is available. Please come visit us! This unique, near-beach home is located in the desirable Gulf Pines neighborhood. This neighborhood and home is surrounded by nature, just a 5 minute walk to a beautiful stretch of private beach on the Gulf of Mexico. Just six houses away, you'll find the path leading directly to the beach, far from condos and miles from public beach access.
This beach house has been completely renovated and updated in 2023. It has all NEW flooring, kitchen cabinets, appliances, furniture, main level bathroom, lighting, mattresses and bedding.

Soaring cathedral ceilings and a full wall of windows bring the tropical beauty of Sanibel right into your living room. The spacious living room features new flooring and new furniture, and large HDR Smart TV. Brand NEW expansive screened porch accessible from the living room and dining room is a great private space to dine, or just relax and enjoy the tropical views and peaceful retreat of the backyard.

Also on the first floor is a NEW fully equipped kitchen, dining room, two bedrooms, laundry room with new washer and dryer, and full bathroom. One main level bedroom has 1 king size bed; the other has 2 full/queen size beds with new mattresses and bedding. The dining room and west bedroom have huge windows that provide beautiful views of the garden.

Upstairs is accessible via a spiral staircase to the bright and airy private master bedroom, master bathroom, and spacious sundeck to relax and enjoy the treetop views. The Master bedroom features new flooring, King size bed, new mattresses and bedding. An entire wall of windows in the master bedroom allows you to wake up to tropical views and the sound of the ocean and the birds. It's magical.

The Gulf Pines neighborhood offers private beach access, 2 heated swimming pools, and 2 tennis courts. The beach access, large swimming pool, and tennis courts are just a short 2 minute walk from the house. The neighborhood is lushly landscaped with quiet roads and trails to explore. You'll truly feel like you've escaped to your own private island.

Home amenities include: 3 bedrooms/2 bathrooms -- 2 King beds, 2 Full/Queen beds (sleeps 8), 2 Smart TVs, free WIFI, front porch, large enclosed lanai, sundeck, fully equipped kitchen, 2 full bathrooms, washer & dryer, BBQ grill, and 2-car garage. Bed linens and bath towels included. Beach chairs, beach towels, beach cart, coolers, umbrellas, 2 bicycles, and 2 kayaks with paddles and life vests are provided for added convenience.

Sanibel Island features 22 miles of paved biking and pedestrian trails. Access to hop on this trail system is just a short 4 minute bike ride from the house. J.N. "Ding" Darling National Wildlife Refuge is just 2 miles away with a 4.3 mile Wildlife Trail to walk, bike, or drive. There are also miles of kayaking and canoe trails accessible from here. The refuge is part of the largest undeveloped mangrove ecosystem in the United States. It is world famous for its spectacular migratory bird populations.

Sanibel is an amazing sub tropical barrier island, like no other beach town you will ever find. With beautiful white sand beaches loaded with seashells, free from high rise buildings, and embracing its natural beauty, we hope you fall in love with Sanibel the way we have. Cheers to your next island adventure! We look forward to seeing you soon!

Please note: This Single Family Home requires a 28 day minimum rental period per the City of Sanibel. This unit is non-smoking with a maximum occupancy of 8 people.
City of Sanibel Rental License No. 20-00020667

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Heated pool
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Boat
  • Heated pool
  • Kayak
  • Tennis
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,850 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number 20-00020667

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

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Bright & Beautiful Near-Beach Pet-Friendly Home! Sanibel

About the neighborhood

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Sanibel, FL

What's nearby

  • Sanibel Island Southern Beach - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • J. N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge - 2 min drive - 1.4 km
  • Bowman's Beach - 10 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Periwinkle Way - 10 min drive - 7.7 km
  • Blind Pass Beach - 10 min drive - 7.7 km

Getting around

  • Southwest Florida Intl. Airport (RSW) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Doc Ford’s Rum Bar & Grille - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Turtles Tiki Bar - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Rosalita’s Cantina Sanibel - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪MudBugs Cajun Kitchen - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Cheeburger Cheeburger - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Bright & Beautiful Near-Beach Pet Friendly Home! have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Bright & Beautiful Near-Beach Pet Friendly Home! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

What time is check-in at Bright & Beautiful Near-Beach Pet Friendly Home!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bright & Beautiful Near-Beach Pet Friendly Home!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Bright & Beautiful Near-Beach Pet Friendly Home! located?

Located in Gulf Pines, this vacation home is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Sanibel Island Southern Beach and 2 mi (3.3 km) from Bowman's Beach. J. N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge and Sanibel Captiva Conservation Foundation are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Bright & Beautiful Near-Beach Pet Friendly Home! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 11 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 11 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 11 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mary Catherine W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Stay

We enjoyed our stay! Denise was easy to communicate with and the home was great.
Stayed 28 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

cinda c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

A Month in the Garden

We enjoyed our month in the garden that is Gulf Pines, with its lagoons, plantings, and wildlife. Pool was convenient and NICE and warm, we had the beach almost to ourselves some days. Owner was very responsive to queries and concerns. Spiral staircase was a challenge to navigate with luggage and vintage knees. Kitchen was bright and beautiful.
Stayed 30 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gustav C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sanibel is a wonderful island even after Hurricane Ian

We enjoyed a month at Gulf Pines. It is a quiet, charming part of Sanibel between the Gulf of Mexico and SanCap Rd. The description in Vrbo of short distances etc is accurate. The people living here are very friendly and open. The house is well equipped from the two car garage with bicycles and everything the owners use themselves when here, to the kitchen with the expected kitchen items ie pots, pans, plates, cups, glasses etc, but also an unexpected drawer with pens, markers, tape, batteries should you need it. The appliances are all new. We enjoyed eating at Timbers, Doc Ford’s, Rosalita’s Cantina, Cielo, Traders, Bleu Rendezvous and others. Walking on the beach is just wonderful, looking for shells and watching the great variety of birds including pelicans diving into the Gulf catching fish, ospreys flying majestically high in the air, plovers, terns and the small sanderlings running back up and down the water’s edge. Ding Darling is a must visit. All in all a fantastic month.
Stayed 29 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

EDWARD G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gulf Pines Drive

The setting, decorating, well equipped kitchen and cleanliness were outstanding. Owner was very responsive. But the lighting, especially in the kitchen, was poor, Unable to open any windows in one of the bedrooms because the screens were damaged. Screen door on porch had a large space at the top. Worried about bugs, we filled the space with newspapers, so we couldn't use the back screen door. The T.V. in the living room and upstairs bedroom were not satisfactory (kept losing connection) because they were hooked up to Wi Fi instead of cable. Third T.V. was fine---hooked to cable.
Stayed 31 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

James P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sanibel

Great stay in our old neighborhood. Couldn't have been better.
Stayed 58 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Paradise Found

Everything about our stay at this lovely home was perfect. The location was ideal. Just a short 5 min. walk to beautiful beach for shelling, walking, relaxing and watching the sunset! Home comes equipped with all the amenities you’ll need to enhance your trip. Neighbors are very welcoming and friendly. Also, owner was extremely easy to communicate with. I highly recommend.
Stayed 39 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jill B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent stay

We found Denise’s house to be exactly as described, and more comfortable than we anticipated based on the pictures. All of the living room furniture was inviting , no fighting for the one good seat! House was sparkling clean when we arrived. Beds were good, water pressure was strong, ac and heat (yes, we needed it in a cold Florida January) worked well. The kitchen was well equipped, and easy to work in, no problem with light for us. Dated, but absolutely functional. TV system a little finicky but we figured it out. We pretty much fell in love with the area, preferring it to central Sanibel. It is quite natural, and very low key, near a very quiet and absolutely beautiful beach and very near the nature preserve, which we visited often. . The pool was warm and we could swim even if it was a little chilly. There was a field on the grounds so the dog got daily frisbee workouts. Residents of Gulf Pines were friendly and we enjoyed the contact we had with others. We did not run into any problems, but on the rare occasion that we needed to contact owner, communication was immediate. We would rent again in a heart beat.
Stayed 27 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Barbara L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfortable home in paradise.

Location, location, location. We love the Gulf Pines community and access to the many amenities. The big screen porch was the highlight of this house. Good beds, linens, and towels.
Stayed 28 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Eliot J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great vacation experience!

Property was very clean and well appointed with everything we needed for cooking and going to the beach. The owners had a booklet that gave us all the information we needed to get settled and enjoy our stay on the island. The neighborhood pool and tennis courts were very clean and maintained. We'd love to stay again!

10/10 Excellent

Meryl B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A paradise of its own

Gulf Pines is a beautiful development that is so lush with both natural and professionally landscaped vegetation, you hardly know that your neighbor is so close by. If you like being a bit off the beaten path, Gulf Pines is a great self-contained community. The pool(s), tennis court, and clubhouse are well maintained and the residents/other owners are very friendly. Our house was recently purchased by the current owner, and had all new appliances, mattresses, cushions, linens and towels (not to mention floors, paint, etc.). Kitchen was very well stocked, and Denise was wonderful to work with. There are two sea kayaks, two bikes, and now two bike helmets after she purchased them for our stay. The main floor linai is always shaded and cool enough to sit out, the master suite patio is a gorgeous place to sun-bathe and star-gaze. The living/family room, which is huge, does trap a lot of heat, especially in the upstairs, and unfortunately several of the sliding doors do not open, including one in a bedroom needed for cross-ventilation.. A/C and heat work very well, but A/C would not be needed with better ventilation. As a prior tenant noted, some areas of the house could use some better lighting-- a small task light above the sink would solve the entire problem in the kitchen. . All in all, a great stay and we would rent again.
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Wendy A., Saginaw, Mn

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sanibel gem!

The location is excellent! The property is comfortable, spacious, clean, and bright! All the am editors you need and then some. Thank you, great find.
Stayed 27 nights in Dec 2019